2009 BMW 118 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 118 | 2300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |