1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 945 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 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Fiat Bravo | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Bravo | 650 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |