1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 131 | 335 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |