1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 BMW 630

To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Coupe 2008 BMW 630
Make Fiat BMW
Model Coupe 630
Year Released 1965 2008
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2277 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 70 L


 

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