2000 BMW 730 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 730 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |