2009 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
