2011 BMW 328 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 328 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
