2005 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
