2005 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
