2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 565 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |