1994 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Fiat 125
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125. 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1970 Fiat 125 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 125 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |