1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1339 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 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1984 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1984 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | 990 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3210 mm |
