1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Grand Break | 545 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1705 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 |
