2008 BMW 540 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100.
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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2008 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 540 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1089 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
