1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1998 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3.3 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |
