2002 BMW 332 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 332 | 730 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |