1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 685 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
