1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 126 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 126 | 528 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |