2001 BMW 320 vs. 2001 BMW 735
To start off, both 2001 BMW 320 and 2001 BMW 735 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 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 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2001 BMW 735 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 735 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |