2000 BMW 323 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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 740 (447 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
