1999 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | Panda |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 35 L |