1989 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 BMW 518.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato 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 Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 518 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |