1999 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 354 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.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
