2009 BMW 650 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 650 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |