2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Bravo | 650 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
