1977 BMW 732 vs. 1997 BMW Z3
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3.
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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 1997 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 732 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
