1987 BMW 730 vs. 1987 Fiat Vivace
To start off, both 1987 BMW 730 and 1987 Fiat Vivace were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 730 | 1987 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 730 | Vivace |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |