2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 840 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 750 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 2010 BMW 750. 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2010 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Grande Punto | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
