1997 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 710 kg more than 1997 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 316 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
