2008 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 328 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
