2005 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
