2008 BMW 330 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 118 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
