1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1100 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
