2009 BMW 530 vs. 1956 Fiat 600

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 918 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 1956 Fiat 600
Make BMW Fiat
Model 530 600
Year Released 2009 1956
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2993 cc 633 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 38 L