2009 BMW 328 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320.
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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
