2009 BMW 130 vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 42 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 310 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 130 | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |