2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 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 2008 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
