2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 585 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 2012 Ferrari California 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 Ferrari California. 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | Punto | California |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |
