2007 BMW 325 vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
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 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |