1999 BMW 540 vs. 1963 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 540 | 1963 Fiat Berline | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 540 | Berline |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 189 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |