1998 BMW 729 vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 729 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 729 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. 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 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950. 1998 BMW 729 has automatic transmission and 1960 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1960 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 729 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 729 | 950 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2130 mm |
