2001 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 42 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 730 | 1500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |