2005 BMW 320 vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1994 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
