2000 BMW 323 vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
