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Originally Posted by KORALLROT
Why do they call a 2.0 liter a 328? Why do they call a 3.0 liter a 335? Why do they call a 4.4 liter a 550?
Etc, etc, etc.
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Whilst I agree with your sentiment there, it is generally accepted that the first number signifies the series and the latter two some arbitrary performance related number - often pointed out by reviewers that it doesn't reflect the engine size.
My difficulty is with the huge difference in the arbitrary number simply because it is on a different continent.
The 328i is not comparable to the 320d, it's much more akin in BHP to the 330i which it too will beat on any thing under 100mph. The 330i beats the 320d hands down on power, performance and not sounding like a tractor.
I cannot see any justification for calling it a 328d other than basically telling people in the US that they couldn't handle the reality of a 2 litre diesel that was pretty efficient but quick enough for most people. I'm insulted for you really.