2006 BMW 745 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 209 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1972 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 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 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 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
