1943 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1943 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. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1943 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1943 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
