2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 701 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 2001 BMW 730. 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 730 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
