1972 BMW 3 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 86 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
Because 1972 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 3 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
