2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 477 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1967 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Alpina | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
