2004 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 (447 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 545 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
