2008 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 20 L |
