1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Tempra | 530 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |