2006 BMW 630 vs. 2000 BMW 320

To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2000 BMW 320
Make BMW BMW
Model 630 320
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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