1998 BMW M vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, both 1998 BMW M and 1998 Fiat Duna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna, 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M | Duna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |