2005 BMW 330 vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |