1999 BMW M5 vs. 1976 Fiat 133
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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 M5 (499 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1976 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M5 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
