1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1400 | 325 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |