2000 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 166 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
Because 2000 BMW M3 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 2000 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
