2007 BMW 745 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1975 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 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 |
