2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Seicento | 328 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |