2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
