2007 BMW 523 vs. 1961 Fiat 500

To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 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 153 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 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 1961 Fiat 500
Make BMW Fiat
Model 523 500
Year Released 2007 1961
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2497 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 36 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 67.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 7.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 540 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3190 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 1950 mm


 

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