2009 BMW 120 vs. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Italdesign Tapiro would be higher. At 2,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Italdesign Tapiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro (217 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 120 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
