2008 BMW 528 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 528 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
