2009 BMW 120 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | 120 | 950 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2130 mm |
