1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 125 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
