1988 BMW 524 vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 11 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, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1977 BMW 732 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 524 | 732 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
