1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
