2007 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Panda. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1989 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
