2008 BMW 130 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 1 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. Both 2008 BMW 130 and 2007 BMW 328 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2008 BMW 130 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. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
