1994 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
