2000 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 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 |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 109 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |