2002 BMW 332 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 41 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 332 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
