1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 51 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), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 960 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Grand Break | X5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 85 L |
