2000 BMW 328 vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1981 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 745 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
