1981 BMW 745 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 745 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |