1988 BMW 524 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 665 kg more than 1988 BMW 524.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 524 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |