2009 BMW 320 vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1981 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 745 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
