1996 BMW 520 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 37 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |