2005 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Fiat V8
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1954 Fiat V8. 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.
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2005 BMW M3 | 1954 Fiat V8 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | V8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |