1994 BMW M5 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 17 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 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 505 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | 132 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |