2000 BMW 328 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
