2000 BMW 520 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | 124 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |