1983 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
