2007 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 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 166 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 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 | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
