1995 BMW 840 vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 840 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 1995 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 840 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
