2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Fiat Duna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | Duna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
