1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 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 1993 BMW 5.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio, 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 5.8 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
