1986 BMW 730 vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 1986 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 730 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |