1988 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1988 BMW M6 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 1988 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M6 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
