2005 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
