1997 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 850 | Panda |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |