2005 BMW 730 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
