1983 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Vector M12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vector M12 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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, 2003 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 2003 Vector M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Vector |
| Model | 325 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
