2008 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 2008 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna, 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2000 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Duna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
