1978 BMW 725 vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 725 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
