1976 BMW 630 vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 630 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
