2001 BMW 750 vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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 750 (490 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
