2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat 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, 2007 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1470 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
