2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 1 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Fiat Panda | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Panda | 535 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |