1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 44 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1175 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |