1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 500 | X5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |