2008 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
