1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 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 2012 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Marea | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |