1982 BMW 325 vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 325 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 BMW 325.
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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
