1990 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2013 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
