2008 BMW 650 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 206 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 320 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |