1994 BMW 740 vs. 1975 BMW 320
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1975 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 320 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |