1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Berline | 325 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
