2002 BMW 735 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 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, 2002 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
