2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1980 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1980 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z9 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
