2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 980 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1100 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 | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Convertible | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 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 | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
