1977 BMW 528 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 528 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
