1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 128 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2934 mm |
