1992 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
