1991 BMW 518 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 30 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 1 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 518 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
