1979 BMW 735 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1979 BMW 735 is newer by 30 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 735 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 735 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
