2005 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 530 | 130 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |