2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 441 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 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 123 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
