2006 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 660 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 M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 124 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |