1996 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 525 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 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
