2008 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
