1966 Fiat OT vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat OT | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | OT | 335 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |