1996 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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 M3 (320 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 130 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |