1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 BMW 520

To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline.

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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Fiat Berline 2012 BMW 520
Make Fiat BMW
Model Berline 520
Year Released 1964 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4907 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L


 

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