2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 675 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Convertible | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| 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 | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
