2007 BMW 523 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 523 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
