2001 BMW M vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 409 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
