2009 BMW 550 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 550 | 1300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |