2009 BMW 120 vs. 1953 Fiat V8
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Fiat V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1953 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1953 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:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1953 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
