2004 BMW 645 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 645 | 328 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |