2001 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 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 162 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |