1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2005 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 500 | 545 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |