2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW M3 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 2003 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Palio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |