1996 BMW 528 vs. 1964 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1964 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 528 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
