1956 BMW 507 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1956 BMW 507 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 507 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
