1979 BMW 732 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 732 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |