1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 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 740 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 740 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |