2009 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
