2007 BMW X3 vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
