1948 Fiat 1100 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 1100. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 1100.
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:
| 1948 Fiat 1100 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1100 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2031 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
