1998 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300.
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, 1998 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 1968 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |