1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Panda | X6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |