1987 BMW 750 vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet

To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1987 BMW 750 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
Make BMW Fiat
Model 750 Cabriolet
Year Released 1987 1961
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4986 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 71.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 37 L


 

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