2004 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Berline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
