1941 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2761 mm |
