1998 BMW 320 vs. 1998 BMW 328

To start off, both 1998 BMW 320 and 1998 BMW 328 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

1998 BMW 320 1998 BMW 328
Make BMW BMW
Model 320 328
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 2793 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Top Speed 214 km/hour 237 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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