2007 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 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 @ 7900 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
