2007 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
