2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1276 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 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | Punto | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
