2006 BMW X3 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 47 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 775 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.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 37 L |
