1998 BMW 740 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 24 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1038 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 740 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
