1986 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |