2009 BMW 535 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 535 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |