2004 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 819 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M6 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
