1989 BMW 750 vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 750 | 131 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |