2007 BMW X5 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
