1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 124 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 328 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |