1976 BMW 630 vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 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 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 630 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 1976 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 630 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3460 mm |
