1976 BMW 633 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 BMW 633.
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 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 633 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 633 | 325 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |