2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 840 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 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 | 5.8 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 | 965 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |
