2006 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 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 150 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
