1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 815 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1400 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2855 mm |
