2009 BMW 330 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |