2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
