1998 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Fiat Coupe
To start off, both 1998 BMW 330 and 1998 Fiat Coupe were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, 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 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe. 1998 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1998 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |