2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 BMW 760

To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 325 2004 BMW 760
Make BMW BMW
Model 325 760
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 6129 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 438 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 602 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 88 L


 

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