2006 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 499 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
