2008 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 124 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 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 | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |