1998 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
