2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Ducato | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |