1994 BMW 735 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 735 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |