2007 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
