1992 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1967 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
