2005 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
