2008 BMW 130 vs. 1999 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 BMW 328. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 328 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 328. (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1999 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
