2007 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
