1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 5.8 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
