1978 BMW M1 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M1 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 38 L |
