1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 BMW 760

To start off, 2012 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 760 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 760. 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 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2012 BMW 760 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 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Tempra 2012 BMW 760
Make Fiat BMW
Model Tempra 760
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 541 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 179 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 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1032 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 5212 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 82 L


 

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