2001 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 2001 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |