2008 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 320 and 2007 BMW 320 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
