1959 BMW 507 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 53 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 507 | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |