1984 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 930 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
