1989 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
