2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 541 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
