2006 BMW 530 vs. 1964 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300.
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 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1964 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 530 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |