2001 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 640 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, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
