2005 BMW 645 vs. 1959 Fiat 750

To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 645 1959 Fiat 750
Make BMW Fiat
Model 645 750
Year Released 2005 1959
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4392 cc 746 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 326 HP 41 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 61 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 131 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 585 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 37 L


 

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