2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 and 2006 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |