2012 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 885 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 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 740 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 740 | Panda |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |