2009 BMW 750 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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 750 (490 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 750 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |