1994 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 686 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 1994 BMW M5. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M5 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
