2008 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
