2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
