2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2009 BMW 328 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 2009 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
