2003 BMW 730 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 39 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 1244 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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2003 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
