2003 BMW 760 vs. 1991 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1991 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325. 2003 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 1991 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
