2006 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 745 | Marea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
