1983 BMW 316 vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 316 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |