2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Bravo | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
