1998 BMW 325 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
