2008 BMW 335 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
