1990 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 940 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 316 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |