1985 Fiat Argenta vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Argenta | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Argenta | 525 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
