1979 BMW 725 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 725 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 725 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |