1973 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |