1988 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 1988 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2001 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
