2006 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 650 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |