1996 BMW 735 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
