1984 BMW 316 vs. 1984 Innocenti 990

To start off, both 1984 BMW 316 and 1984 Innocenti 990 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 316 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 316 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.

Compare all specifications:

1984 BMW 316 1984 Innocenti 990
Make BMW Innocenti
Model 316 990
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 75 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 714 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3170 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2050 mm


 

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