2007 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
