1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
