2007 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
