2009 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1981 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 843 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
