2006 BMW M5 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M5 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
