1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
