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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 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 718 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
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 | 2793 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 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 | 51 L | 80 L |
