2004 BMW 630 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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 630 (305 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 630 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |