1952 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1952 Fiat 500. 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. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 500 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 640 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
