2003 BMW 320 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
