2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 750 (609 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 750 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
