2005 BMW 330 vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
