2008 BMW M6 vs. 1964 Fiat Berline

To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline 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 385 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M6 1964 Fiat Berline
Make BMW Fiat
Model M6 Berline
Year Released 2008 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 2279 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 37 L


 

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