2000 Holden Astra vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Astra | 328 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
