Comparison BMW 7 Series (E23, facelift 1983) 735i (218 Hp) & BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) 320Ci (170 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | 7 Series | 3 Series |
| Generation: | 7 Series (E23, facelift 1983) | 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) |
| Engine / modification: | 735i (218 Hp) | 320Ci (170 Hp) |
| Production start: | 1983 year | 2003 year |
| Production end: | 1986 year | 2006 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 16.8 l/100 km | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 8.1 l/100 km | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 11.6 l/100 km | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.40 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 100 l | 63 l |
| CO2 emissions: | 225 g/km | |
| Power: | 218 hp | 170 hp |
| Max power in: | 5200 rpm. | 6100 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 217 km/h | 222 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec | 9.1 sec |
| Torque: | 310 Nm @ 4000 rpm. | 210 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M54B22 | |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 3430 cm3 | 2171 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l | |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l | |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point injection | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 10 | 10.8 |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 5 | 5 |
| Length: | 4860 mm | 4488 mm |
| Width: | 1800 mm | 1757 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1947 mm | |
| Height: | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2795 mm | 2725 mm |
| Front track: | 1502 mm | 1471 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1524 mm | 1483 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 480 l | 260 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 300 l | |
| Front suspension: | Independent, Spring McPherson, with stabilizer | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Independent, spring | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 2010 kg | 1960 kg |
| Front brakes: | Disc | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Drum | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1500 kg | 1615 kg |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1600 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 720 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 205/70 VR 14 | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size: | R14 | 7J x 16 |