1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (450 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 5.8 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
