1985 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | 132 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |