1996 BMW 523 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 523 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |