2006 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 650 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
