2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Punto | 535 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |