1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1400 | 330 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |