1976 BMW 633 vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 BMW 633.
Because 1976 BMW 633 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 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 633 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
