1956 BMW 507 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 507 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |