1987 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 802 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
