2007 BMW M6 vs. 1958 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1958 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M6 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |