2008 BMW 118 vs. 2000 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2000 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
