1991 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1991 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 325 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
