1987 BMW 750 vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 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 234 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1966 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 750 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 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 | 890 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 |