2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
