1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 853 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Fiat 1500 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1500 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |