1996 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1996 BMW 540 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 1996 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 540 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
