1994 BMW 520 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |