1977 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1977 BMW 520 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 1977 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
