2005 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 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) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1974 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
