2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 940 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Convertible | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Convertible | 124 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |