2004 BMW 525 vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1229 kg more than 1946 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. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1946 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1946 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
