1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Marea | 335 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |