2008 BMW 320 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
