1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500.
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 530 has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Fiat 500 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 500 | 530 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2968 mm |