1990 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 380 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
