2009 BMW 523 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 523 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
