2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 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 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 67 L |
