2009 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 251 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
