1999 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 320 | Satria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
