2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 945 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
