1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 130 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
