1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 2800 | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |