2012 Fiat Linea vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 Fiat Linea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Linea.
Because 2011 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Linea, 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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Linea | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Linea | 330 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
