2008 BMW 550 vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
