1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 600 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 600 | 325 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |