2005 BMW 748 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 748 | 130 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |