2009 BMW 135 vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 51 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 360 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 135 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |