2011 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 750 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
