2002 BMW 330 vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
