2009 BMW 523 vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1966 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124. 2009 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 523 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
