2006 BMW 745 vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1966 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
