2008 BMW X3 vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
