2005 BMW 750 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 840 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 2005 BMW 750 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 2005 BMW 750. 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2380 mm |
