1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
