1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Vivace | 525 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |
