2000 BMW 320 vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2001 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 745 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
