1994 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | 130 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |