1992 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 555 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |