1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300. 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300. 2000 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1965 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1965 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 2300 | 730 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |