2009 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 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 318 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 270 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, 2009 BMW 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
