1992 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
