2009 BMW 550 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 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 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
