1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
