2007 BMW 328 vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
