2009 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
