2006 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |