2009 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 590 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 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 | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |