2005 BMW M6 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2005 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M6 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
