2009 BMW 335 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1956 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 335 (400 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |