2007 BMW 325 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |