2000 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 1969 Fiat 850 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 850 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |