2003 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 850 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |