2009 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |