2008 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Fiat 850
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 943 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1967 Fiat 850 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 850 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |