2008 BMW M6 vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M6 | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |