1996 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 823 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 1996 BMW 745 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 1996 BMW 745. 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
