2001 BMW 320 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
