2004 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |