2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada, 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Strada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |