1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Grand Break | 523 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
