2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 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 2010 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 535 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
