2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 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 2012 BMW 328. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
