1962 BMW 700 vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1965 Fiat 2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1965 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 700 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |