2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1375 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |
