2000 BMW 328 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 147 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, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
