2008 BMW 650 vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 650 | 125 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |