2006 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
