2009 BMW 335 vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
