2007 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
