2009 BMW 730 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 730 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
