1999 BMW 540 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 540 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
