2007 BMW 750 vs. 2002 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 2002 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
