1992 BMW 740 vs. 1944 Fiat 500
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1944 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1944 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1944 Fiat 500. 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. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1944 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1944 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1944 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 740 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
