1997 BMW 730 vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 730 | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 730 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |