1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1200 | 740 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 82 L |