2004 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | 750 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |