2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2008 BMW 130

To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Abarth Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2007 Abarth Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Abarth Grande Punto 2008 BMW 130
Make Abarth BMW
Model Grande Punto 130
Year Released 2007 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors