1956 BMW 507 vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Because 1956 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 507 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 54 L |
