2009 BMW X6 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (407 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X6 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
