2007 BMW M vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400.
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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M | 1400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |