1957 BMW 502 vs. 1953 Fiat V8
To start off, 1957 BMW 502 is newer by 4 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 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat V8 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat V8 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 Fiat V8.
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:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1953 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 502 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
