1977 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1995 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 BMW 530.
Because 1977 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1995 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
