1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 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 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 328 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
