2008 BMW 328 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 328 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |