1983 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Argenta | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Argenta | 330 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 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 | 98 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
