1988 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
