2006 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2279 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
