2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 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 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 320 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |