1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 935 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 335 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 335. 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 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 335 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
