2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 120 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 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
