1953 Fiat V8 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1953 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1953 Fiat V8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat V8 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | V8 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
