2000 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
