2002 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 BMW 330 (237 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |
