1987 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 47 L |
