1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 46 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1160 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.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 2012 BMW 650 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. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
