1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 53 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 885 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1200 | 535 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |