2007 BMW 650 vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 455 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.
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 650 (490 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 650 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 134 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |