1986 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M5 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
