1990 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 183 kg more than 1990 BMW 730.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 730 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
