2005 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
