2009 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1481 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
