2006 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M5 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
