2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 455 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 335 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 335. 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 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
