2009 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 Fiat 131. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1980 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |