1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 BMW 2.8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 2.8 | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |