2009 BMW 118 vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | 8V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
