2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 760. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 82 L |
