1989 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 BMW 518.
Because 1989 BMW 518 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 1989 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 2007 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 518 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
