1992 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1958 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 325 | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |