1993 BMW M5 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
