1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 2300 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
