1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1800 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1962 BMW 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
