2005 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1997 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 750 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 2005 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Brava has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Brava will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1997 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
