1999 BMW M28i vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M28i | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 45 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |