2008 BMW X3 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 37 L |
