2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Grande Punto | 528 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
