1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1969 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
