1976 BMW 630 vs. 1953 Fiat V8
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1953 Fiat V8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1953 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 630 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
