2009 BMW 118 vs. 1967 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Fiat 2300.
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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1967 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
