2004 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 984 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
