2007 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Saloon 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 149 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2003 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 328 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
