1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126. 2010 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3211 mm |
