1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100.
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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1100 | 330 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |