2007 BMW 523 vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 523 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
