1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
