1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 2011 BMW 760 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 850 | 760 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3211 mm |