2000 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 526 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 2000 BMW M3. 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
