2008 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |