1995 BMW S3 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
