2008 BMW 550 vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. 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 550 | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | V8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
