1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1964 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 685 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1100 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |