1995 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |