1996 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
