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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 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 980 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). 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 | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 27 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |