2009 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131. 2009 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M6 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 71.5 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
