2008 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1968 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125. 2008 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 760 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
