1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 131 | 650 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2855 mm |