1991 BMW 320 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 149 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
