1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
