1988 BMW 316 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 27 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
