2004 BMW 745 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 895 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 745 (447 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 745 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 87 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |