2006 BMW 730 vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1850 mm |
