1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 621 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo 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 Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (320 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Turbo | Croma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
