2008 BMW 545 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 545 | 130 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |