1994 BMW 520 vs. 1963 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1963 Fiat 2300. 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1963 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |