2007 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 720 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
