2008 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,171 cc, 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 767 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
