1999 BMW M28i vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M28i | 125 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
