1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 51 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 524 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 2300 | X3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |