2006 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |