2007 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1978 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126. 2007 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1978 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M6 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1850 mm |
