2007 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
