1992 BMW 850 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 850 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 188 Nm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |