1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Tipo | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Tipo | 335 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |