2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 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. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Grande Punto | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |