2007 BMW 330 vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |