1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
