1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 Cabriolet. 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 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Cabriolet | X3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 67 L |