2004 BMW 525 vs. 1958 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 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 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. 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 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1958 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |