1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 895 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ritmo | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
