2009 BMW 650 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 199 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 650 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |