2002 BMW 760 vs. 2003 BMW 320
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2003 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 760 | 320 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |