1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Palio | M6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |