1990 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 525 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 1990 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3460 mm |