1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 759 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Dinan | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
