2004 BMW 525 vs. 1947 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1947 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1947 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1947 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1947 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
