1958 BMW 600 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 9 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 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1958 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 600 (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 500 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 BMW 600.
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:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
