1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 41 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1239 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 128 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2968 mm |
