1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |