2012 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Zenvo ST1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Zenvo ST1 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 874 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Zenvo ST1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 328 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 328 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4536 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3055 mm |
