B&W Nautilus 803 or B&W 702 S2?


I'm currently sporting Paradigm 60 v3 for my fronts and considering purchasing B&W Nautilus 803 that are 10 years old or purchasing new B&W 702 S2.  My room is 25 x 20 feet, using Anthem A5 currently with McIntosh 135. Which would be a better fit based on these specs...and am I better off keeping the Paradigm's?
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Thanks and I appreciate your food for thought. We do a lot of both digital and vinyl but I should also mention that this system doubles as our home theater. The Anthem A5 has been a concern of mine as well, I have my sights in on Mcintosh MC205 which I think will meet the needs from what I understand. What are your thoughts about 803s/804s or 803d/804d? I believe those are slightly newer? I will be auditioning 702 s2’s and CM series tomorrow, along with the rest of B&W line.
I was able to audition 804d3's today and they were very nice, but we also listened to Focal Kanta 2's and they were especially nice.  They also have a pair of Focal Electra 1038's that we were unable to audition, but from what the rep we telling us they are even better than the Kanta's...not sure though, from what I read Kanta's were replacing the Electa's.  Wondering how my Paradigm Reference Studio CC-570 V3 center would pair with either of these?
Hi  chief4425, I ended up holding off on speakers for the time being and decided to put my efforts into upgrading the amp.  I went with a used McIntosh Mc205, got it in May.  It sounds amazing and couldn't be happier.  I still have the old Paradigm 60 v3 - have had them for 15-16 years.  I can't believe how great they sound and can only imagine what a properly chosen speaker(s) will be like.  We will be going to the RMAF (Rocky Mountain Audio Fest) this weekend and will be looking at several speakers.  Anyone have any suggestions on speakers other than B&W, Focal (I plan on those already, along Zu Audio, and Tekton)  Any suggestions appreciated.