2007 BMW 335 vs. 1987 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1987 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
