2006 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 85 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.
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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 130 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
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 | 1655 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |