1971 BMW 3 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1971 BMW 3 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 1971 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
