2006 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2006 BMW M5 and 2006 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |