1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1482 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 X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Tempra | X6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2934 mm |