2009 BMW 528 vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 528 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
