1998 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 1998 BMW 320 and 1998 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1998 BMW 320 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 1998 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 1998 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | Bravo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |