2007 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 2100 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2052 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 934 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |