1999 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 323 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |