2005 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1987 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1987 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
