1973 BMW Touring vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | 2300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |