1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132. 2010 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 132 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |
