2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 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 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
