1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
