1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2008 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Berline | 335 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |