2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera. 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 Porsche Panamera (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
