2004 BMW 630 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 851 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 630 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
