2008 BMW 325 vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
