2009 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 740 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
