2007 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline 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 100 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1963 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Berline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
