2007 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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 (500 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
