2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 839 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 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 2012 BMW 335. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
