2007 BMW 328 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2011 BMW 528 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. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
