1982 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Argenta | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Argenta | 530 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
