1992 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 617 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 540 | 500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |