1984 BMW M6 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M6 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |