1984 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316. 1984 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
