1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300. 2006 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 2300 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 2300 | 630 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 179 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 | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |