1988 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 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 80 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 143 kg more than 1988 BMW 530.
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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 530. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
