2009 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 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 275 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |