2009 BMW 650 vs. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 650 | Mirafiori |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |