1998 BMW 729 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1998 BMW 729 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 729. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 1998 BMW 729 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 729 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 729 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
