2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 BMW 125

To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Coupe 2010 BMW 125
Make Fiat BMW
Model Coupe 125
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 53 L