1998 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
