2009 BMW 735 vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900. 2009 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 735 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |
