2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 560 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 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
