1995 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 1995 BMW 520 and 1995 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 520 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 1995 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 520 | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | Bravo |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1893 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |