1996 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Jetta | 328 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
