2008 BMW 135 vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 135 | Berline |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |