1998 BMW 323 vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 992 kg more than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1960 mm |
