1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 150 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 2300 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |