1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
