1977 BMW 732 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 34 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, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 BMW 732. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 732 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
