1999 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Fiat Brava

To start off, both 1999 BMW 730 and 1999 Fiat Brava were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW 730 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 1999 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava, 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 730 1999 Fiat Brava
Make BMW Fiat
Model 730 Brava
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 1301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 63 L


 

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