2011 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW M3 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 2011 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW M3 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1424 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |