1959 BMW 507 vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Armadillo weights approximately 124 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. 1996 Fiat Armadillo has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Fiat Armadillo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 507 | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1850 mm |
