2006 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
