2004 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (237 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
