1994 BMW 750 vs. 1982 Fiat 127
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 750 | 1982 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
