2009 BMW 530 vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline.
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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 530 | Berline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |