1980 BMW 725 vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 2008 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 725 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
