2006 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
