1990 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 18 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 1080 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
