1999 BMW M28i vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i 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 M28i (355 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M28i | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 109 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |