1997 BMW S3 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 S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW S3 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 652 kg more than 1997 BMW S3.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
