1984 BMW 316 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
