1959 BMW 700 vs. 2012 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Linea 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Linea weights approximately 555 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 Linea, 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 Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Linea 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 Linea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Linea |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
