1995 BMW M5 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |