2009 BMW 135 vs. 1963 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1963 Fiat Berline | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 135 | Berline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |