1959 BMW 700 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 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 700. 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 700 | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |