2007 BMW 325 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 840 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
