2009 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124.
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 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1968 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
