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 212 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 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 245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
