2009 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
