2008 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 130 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |