2009 BMW 550 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 550 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |