1994 BMW 854 vs. 1958 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1900. 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. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1958 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 854 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
