1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 440 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 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 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Grand Break | 528 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
