2005 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
