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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Fiat Panda comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 70 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 14,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Fiat Panda?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Fiat Panda: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Fiat Panda

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat Panda is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85,294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Panda uses 5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Panda

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 555 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 10.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 86 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 658 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is substantially lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 860 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers noticeably more boot space – 350 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Convertible carries slightly more – 425 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Fiat Panda

Costs and Consumption

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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Fiat Panda

The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Fiat Panda

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
14,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
113 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
38 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
225 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
3,635 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,643 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,551 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
365 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
70 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
164 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
92 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
51 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Fiat
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