2000 BMW Z9 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 Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 546 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 Z9. 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z9 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
