1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 325 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
