1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 133 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 133 | 740 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3071 mm |