2006 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
