2007 BMW 328 vs. 1996 BMW 540
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1996 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1996 BMW 540 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 540 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
