1998 BMW 740 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
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 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 740 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
