2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
