2006 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 325 (238 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
