2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 430 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 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 2008 BMW 320. 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 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
