1988 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 530 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 1988 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
