1977 BMW 732 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 30 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 732 | 335 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |