1987 BMW 750 vs. 1991 Fiat 126
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1991 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1991 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
