2006 BMW 550 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Because 2006 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
