2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318. 1982 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ducato | 318 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1765 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
