1996 BMW 540 vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1946 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 540 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
