2003 BMW 545 vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 545 | 850 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |