2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 10 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 960 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
