1985 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
