2009 BMW 135 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 135 | 124 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |