1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 38 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, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 135 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 130 | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |