1996 BMW 735 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 16 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 50 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | 320 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |