2008 BMW 335 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 994 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |