1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 85 L |
