1992 BMW 740 vs. 2000 BMW 325
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2000 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
