2012 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 740 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Strada | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Strada | 740 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
