2007 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
