2000 BMW 328 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 123 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
