1996 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
