2009 BMW 320 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
