2006 BMW M6 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M6 | 131 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |