2007 BMW 535 vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1960 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 535 | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 535 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1960 mm |