1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 535 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |