1998 BMW M vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 980 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |