1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1962 Innocenti 950. 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 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Innocenti 950 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Innocenti | BMW |
Model | 950 | 120 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |